Description
A rich and spicy pasta dish that combines smoky andouille sausage with tender pasta in a creamy Cajun-spiced sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something flavorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown sliced sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add pasta, broth, cream, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Cook until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened, about 15-20 minutes. Return sausage to pot, stir in Parmesan until melted. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste as some blends are spicier than others
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream
- Pasta will continue to absorb sauce as it sits
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 785
- Sodium: 1250mg
- Fat: 45g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g